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      Tyson Fury teases drastic body transformation ahead of Usyk rematch in hint at new game plan

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      TYSON FURY looks on course to be significantly HEAVIER for his do-or-die rematch with Oleksandr Usyk.The Gypsy King renews his rivalry with the slick southpaw in a second successive Saudi showdown next month.Tyson Fury renews his rivalry with Oleksandr Usyk on December 21Credit: GETTYThe Gypsy King suffered a split decision defeat in their undisputed showdown in MayCredit: GETTYFury tipped the scales at 18 stone, seven pounds for the pair’s first meetingCredit: GETTYBut he looks to be significantly bigger for the do-or-die rematchCredit: INSTAGRAM@KEVINLERENAFury suffered a split decision defeat in the pair’s Riyadh rumble in May, in which he was almost knocked in the ninth round.The 36-year-old has been hard at work in the gym since suffering his first professional defeat.And he looks to be significantly bigger for his second desert dust-up with the undefeated Ukrainian.Fury gave his 6.9 million Instagram followers a sneak peek at his physique for the fight by posting a snap of him tensing in the ring after a hard workout.READ MORE ON UYSK VS FURY IIHis accompanying caption read: “Friday be like!!!”Sparring partner Kevin Lerena, however, gave fans a further glimpse at Fury’s fight frame.The South African heavyweight shared a post-sparring snap of himself and the Wythenshawe warrior to his own Instagram.And Fury looked to be carrying significantly more mass on his frame than he did for his May melee with two-weight champion Usyk.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBoxing fans were quick to comment on both pictures, with one saying: “He looks heavy.”Another said: “In excellent shape. Wilder 2 vibes.”Tyson Fury responds to pleas to remove dad John from his training teamFury let out a war cry in this pictureCredit: instagram @tysonfuryAnd another said: “My word. Fury looks massive.”One remarked: “He is huge.”Another chimed in: “Damn he’s HUGEEEE!”Fury could be plotting to come in heavier than the whopping 18 stone, seven pounds he weighed in May in order to implement a more physical fight on Usyk.Tying up, clinching and making the former cruiserweight king carry his weight, as he did in his historic 2015 win over Wladimir Klitschko, could be a viable route to victory against the unified heavyweight king.Tyson Fury has vowed to exact his revenge on Oleksandr UsykCredit: GETTYFury hurt Usyk in the seventh round of their meeting and is confident of exacting his revenge in their second dance.He roared on Instagram: “Four weeks to go, ’til the biggest fight of the year.”The biggest fight in boxing, me and Usyk.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And I’m coming in hot. I’m coming in HOT! “Can’t wait. 21st of December, the belts are going to be mine again.” More

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      Marcus Rashford takes up new sport to keep in top condition for Man Utd

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      FOOTBALLER Marcus Rashford is fighting fit — after taking up boxing and mixed martial arts.The Manchester United and England striker, 27, has been working out in a boxing gym.Marcus Rashford is taking up martial arts to get in peak conditionCredit: GettyHe has also had sessions with a trainer who specialises in Muay Thai, a form of martial arts favoured by cage fighters.Rashford was left out of the England squad for this month’s Nations League games. Instead, he went to New York and watched a UFC cage fight and basketball game.A source said: “Marcus has really started to get into fighting in recent years. READ MORE MARCUS RASHFORD“He’s always enjoyed watching boxing with his mates but he’s also developed an interest in MMA as the sport has become more popular.“The club know and have no problem with it.“They just think it’s great extra fitness training.”Rashford is hoping to win the favour of new head coach Ruben Amorim, who backed his recent trip to New York.Most read in FootballThe Manchester United forward is looking to impress his new bossCredit: PAHow Ruben Amorim will resurrect Marcus Rashford’s Man United career with subtle position change More

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      How YouTube star AnEsonGib went from ‘obese’ 17 STONE gamer to ‘seven-figure’ boxing paydays after body transformation

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      YOUTUBER AnEsonGib went from overweight video gamer to receiving “seven-figure” paydays as a shredded boxer. The social media star – real name Ali Loui Al-Fakhari and nicknamed Gib – has been a pioneer of the celebrity-style crossover boxing bouts.YouTuber AnEsonGib went from overweight video gamer to boxerHe dramatically transformed his bodyCredit: @AnEsonGib
      Gib broke down the secrets behind his transformationCredit: @AnEsonGib
      Gib is 6-1 as a crossover boxing starCredit: @AnEsonGib
      He once weighed as much as 17 STONE and admits to being “obese” – but is now fighting fit both mentally and physically.Gib told SunSport: “Back then when I was fat, I thought I was hench! “I’d have my top off and think, ‘Yeah, the abs are underneath it, the abs are underneath it!”But I remember I went to the gym, I was weak. Just kept trying to keep training and training and training, but yeah, physically the change is nice.READ MORE IN BOXING”But it’s more up here that has changed the most, and that’s what I’m proudest of, the mentality change, not the physical change.”Gib now fights at the super-middleweight boxing limit of 12st following a stunning FIVE STONE body transformation.And he credits ditching fast food and hiring a diet specialist for his remarkable turnaround. Gib said: “Of course, I’ve been consistent over the years, seven years I’ve been consistent, but the biggest change when I saw physically is when I got a nutritionist on board.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”As soon as I got a nutritionist and the diet was right, sleep was right, water intake was good, because I used to just order Deliveroo.”I said, ‘Yeah, Nando’s, do I deserve chips today or mashed potatoes?’ I just order and I think I’m being healthy.Tommy Fury and Darren Till clash at Misfits Boxing press conference “But once I got a nutritionist on board and my meals were prepared, that was the biggest change physically.”Gib returns to the ring after a year out to make his debut on Misfits Boxing – home of crossover fights – against Slim Albaher.The two look to settle years of feuding on Thursday, November 28 in Qatar live on DAZN PPV.And despite all the years of hard work and sacrifice to shed the pounds, Gib plans to celebrate victory by eating his way back to obesity.He said: “I’m trying to make weight, so right now all I’m f***ing thinking about is what am I eating in Qatar? What am I eating in Qatar?”So right now, I’m thinking I wanna get to 100kg. I don’t care about this physique, I wanna get fat! “But in general, I kinda keep good, maybe 6 days a week, snacks here and there, but now I wanna go obese. I wanna be big. “I wanna be big after this fight, that’s my goal.” Gib lost to Jake Paul in 2020Credit: Getty Images – GettyThe YouTuber is one of the biggest pioneers in crossover boxingCredit: @AnEsonGib
      Gib, 28, has a record of six wins with only one loss, coming to Jake Paul, 27, on his professional debut in 2020.Opponent Slim, 30, meanwhile is unbeaten in seven fights as a champion of the Misfits circuit headed up by KSI.And the American has warned his rivalry with Gib is “personal” – but the feeling is not mutual. Gib responded: “Personal? No. Why would I find it personal?”I’m just fighting the guy and come to box him and fight him. There’s nothing personal about this.”Slim doesn’t have anything to do with my life outside of this fight. So it shows that I’m clearly on his mind a lot.”It’s ‘personal’? It’s just business for me, I’m coming to chin him. I’m coming to take away his record. “I’m coming to embarrass the Misfits champion. So that’s what I’m coming to do.”The former FIFA gamer has adopted the moniker “seven-figure Gibber” due to his demand in the influencer boxing scene. READ MORE SUN STORIESBut is he making £1million to fight Slim? “Something along those lines,” Gib says with a chuckle.Gib fights Slim Albaher on DAZN PPVCredit: Misfits Boxing More

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      Inside Jake Paul’s THREE STONE heavyweight body transformation from eating 4,000 calories to training three times a day

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      JAKE PAUL has been on a diet of 4,000 calories and three training sessions a day to get himself up to heavyweight.The YouTuber-turned-boxer faces the legendary Mike Tyson on Friday in Texas in a clash that has come under criticism amid the age gap. Jake Paul showed off his heavyweight frameCredit: SportsfileHe hit the scales at 227.2lb (16st 2lb)Credit: SportsfileJake Paul as fought as low as 185lbCredit: GettyHe has put on over three stone from his lowest weight till nowCredit: @jakepaulNot only does it mark Netflix’s first move into streaming live boxing but also Paul’s first fight at heavyweight. Helping him pile on the pounds outside of the kitchen has been esteemed strength and conditioning coach Larry Wade. And Wade told SunSport: “I wish I could sit here and say I did it by myself. I didn’t. “Jake has nutritionist and he has other guys here that help us as well.READ MORE IN BOXING”And so we put our hands together and came up with a nutritional plan along with a strength conditioning plan, along with a boxing plan of what it would take – not only to get the weight – but to also be able to carry the power up and distribute it through the weight.”And I think all those guys did a really good job of doing that.”Paul has enjoyed a diet of pizza, pasta and steaks in camp to fight Tyson – fuelling his exhausting training schedule. Wade said on the calorie count: “It can’t be any less than 3,500 and 4,000 because it’s a lot of work.Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I mean, he has two or three sessions a day from lifting to boxing and then to running to riding bikes. “He has a long day ahead of him. So he had to get that many in.”Meet Jake Paul’s secret weapon in training to fight Mike Tyson with sparring so good he is paying DOUBLE Wade joined Paul’s camp following his first and so far only loss, to Tommy Fury, 25, in February 2023 which was set at 185lb (13st 2lb). He stayed at the weight to beat ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 39, scoring a knockdown but going the ten round distance. Paul’s three victories since have been at the 200lb cruiserweight limit of 14st 4lb and all finishing inside the distance. Now he is up at heavyweight weighing 227.2lb (16st 2lb) – THREE STONE heavier than when Wade first started working with Paul.And the American fitness guru warned Paul will never fight any lower than cruiserweight again.Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: He said: “Absolutely not, no reason to. At 185, he’s still strong, but he has so much more power at 200.”And you can see that when he fought Nate Diaz at 185 he put Nate Diaz down but he didn’t put them out of here.”After that point he went back to 200, he knocked everybody else’s out.”Paul does plan to drop back down to cruiserweight – but Wade reckons he does have the makings of a heavyweight. He said: “If he wanted to, he could. It’s just a matter of what’s best for him. It it much harder to go to heavyweight? Absolutely it is. READ MORE SUN STORIES”But he’s 27, when you’re 32 it might be easier to go to heavyweight and it not be a problem to hold the weight. “Right now, we’re having to work a little bit to make it stick.” Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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      Who is Mario Barrios’ girlfriend Omayra Liliane Figueroa? Sister of WBC World Featherweight champ Brandon Figueroa

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      OMAYRA Liliane Figueroa is a fitness trainer, influencer and entrepreneur with close ties to a number of boxers — her boyfriend and brothers are pro pugilists.She’ll be cheering her man Mario Barrios on when he faces Abel Ramos on the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson undercard — here we take a look at the social media personality’s life, career, achievements and relationship.Omayra Liliane Figueroa is a fitness trainer, influencer and entrepreneurCredit: instagram @omayralilianeCounting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: Who is Omayra Liliane Figueroa?Omayra Liliane Figueroa is a multifaceted personality in the worlds of social media and boxing.She is known for her close associations with prominent fighters.Beyond her connections with fighters, Omayra has carved out her own niche in the fitness and wellness industries.As an influencer, she has amassed a significant following on Instagram, with almost 45,000 followers as of November 13, 2024.read more on influencersJake Paul vs Mike Tyson predictions and betting tipsHer bio reads: “Fitness Trainer. Forever Gyming. Latina&Proud. MBA. Nutritionist. Nature lover. God above all.”Another pic she posted is captioned with: “I will never try to fit in. I will never try to be like anyone else. I love being different. I love being unique in my own way.”I will always be proud of who I am, what I stand for and where I come from. Will always remain grounded and grateful for even the air that I breathe.”Most read in BoxingShe also owns a gym and works as a trainer, looking after elite athletes including her professional boxer brothers and other sportspeople.As if that’s not enough of an impressive CV, Omayra is also an entrepreneur who owns a juice bar, showcasing her interest in nutrition.Countdown Jake Paul vs Mike TysonFamily background and boxing connectionsOmayra comes from a well-established boxing family.Her father is Omar Figueroa Sr, a veteran boxer and coach.She has two brothers who are professional pugilists — Omar Figueroa Jr, a former WBC lightweight champion, and Brandon Figueroa, the current WBC featherweight champion.Despite her own rising profile, Omayra remains a steadfast supporter of her brothers’ boxing careers, frequently attending their fights.She is also in a relationship with boxer Mario Barrios.I will never try to fit in. I will never try to be like anyone else. I love being different. I love being unique in my own way.Omayra Liliane FigueroaInstagramRelationship with Mario BarriosOmayra is in a relationship with Mario Barrios, the 28-year-old WBC welterweight champion.When they started dating and how they got together hasn’t been publicly revealed.On April 2, 2024, the couple announced they were expecting a baby girl on social media.Expressing her excitement on Instagram, Omayra posted: “To my bby daddy @boxer_barrios haha thank you for all that you do for us and for being the man that you are.”I have no doubt you’re going to be a great father to our bby girl.”She’s going to have some wild ass parents but I know both of us will do the best that we can to give her a great adventurous life.”Omayra is in a relationship with WBC welterweight champ Mario BarriosCredit: GettyOn August 19, 2024, Omayra gave birth to a healthy baby girl named Luna Sofia Barrios.The couple shared the news on their social media accounts, posting pictures of their newborn daughter and expressing their joy and gratitude.Omayra wrote: “Baby girl you’ve been such a blessing “8.19.24 was the day my super blue moon baby was born. Way before her due day but on a day with a lot of meaning “I’m so obsessed with her and in love with being her mommy. Thank you for choosing us as your parents and being so perfect.”Can’t wait to teach you so many things and continue to watch you grow.”Omayra and Mario have welcomed their first childCredit: instagram @omayralilianePacquiao v Thurman weigh-in incidentShe gained widespread attention in July 2019 during a weigh-in event for her brother Omar Figueroa Jr v Yordenis Ugas.Her presence unexpectedly became the main attraction.Media coverage, including that of the Mayweather channel, focused heavily on her outfit, even zooming in on her and excluding the fighters from view.Omayra addressed the incident in a video she made a few days later, stating: “I didn’t do it on purpose. It was nothing planned. I didn’t even do anything on stage…”I know a lot of people started judging me, because I’m a female and I’m in the boxing scene, I train my brother…”She added: “And the outfit, it’s not a jumpsuit, by the way. It’s leggings and a crop top from Gym Shark, which is a fitness apparel brand…”I did not wear that on purpose, I was in there all week for my brother and I literally packed just gym clothes.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I don’t know if it is because I’m a female and it is boxing scene and it’s usually surrounded by men.”So, I don’t know if that was shocking to people or if it was just that I am Omar’s sister, or just I was on stage, or who is she?” More

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      ‘I don’t like it’, says Jake Paul’s ex-coach after YouTube star’s dramatic body transformation for Mike Tyson fight

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      JAKE PAUL has been warned by one of his ex-coaches that piling on the pounds to fight Mike Tyson could come back to haunt him. The YouTuber-turned-boxer faces the returning Tyson on Friday in Texas for a clash that has attracted controversy due to the age gap. Jake Paul has bulked up to heavyweightCredit: Esther Lin/ Most Valuable PromotionsIt will be Jake Paul’s biggest ever weightCredit: Esther Lin/ Most Valuable PromotionsHe is coming up from the 200lb cruiserweight limit of 14st 4lbCredit: GettyNot only will it mark Netflix’s first move into live boxing but also Paul’s debut fight at heavyweight. He has boasted at weighing as much as 225lb (16 stone) which is almost TWO STONE heavier than his last bout at cruiserweight. BJ Flores – who spent three years as Paul’s head trainer – cast concern over the sudden jump up in weight. Flores told SunSport: “Sometimes you go where the money’s at and the opportunity was big for Jake to fight Mike on Netflix.READ MORE IN BOXING”Obviously at 225lb – that’s what they’re saying he’s weighing – that’s a little big for me.Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson predictions and betting tips”I like Jake at 200lb, fighting at 200 then going straight to 225, I don’t care who you’re fighting that’s a big jump, but there’s a lot of adjustments Jake’s gonna have to make.”Hopefully he’s made them in camp but once you get in there, you feel the weight, you do feel the extra weight when your last fight was at 200, now you’re at 225. It’s a big difference.”So that will be the interesting thing to watch with this fight. Mike is naturally walking around at 235/240. He’s used to that.Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Jake’s not used to going from 200 to 225 though. And that’s going to be interesting to see how he deals with that if he’s made those adjustments in camp.”Jake Paul wears ROOSTER hat in open workout for Mike Tyson fightUnder Flores, Paul campaigned mainly at 190lb (13st 5lb) and even as light as 185 (13st 2lb). So he is expected to jump almost THREE STONE by the time he shares the ring with heavyweight great Tyson. But Paul has talked up a move down to cruiserweight straight after – where he set his sights on a lofty world title challenge. So Flores is warning ahead of time that his former pupil faces a fight to just to get the weight off first. He said: “I don’t like it. I think it’s tough to go up and go down in weight. I think it’s very hard on the body, especially at a young age.”We’ve seen guys try to do it before Chris Byrd. We’ve seen Roy Jones try to do it. “We’ve seen other guys, other fighters try to go up and then back down. It’s always been tough.”So I would advise Jake kind of staying up in weight, kind of keeping it up right there and not trying to drop back down to 200.”BJ Flores formerly trained Jake PaulCredit: Instagram More

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      Laura Woods put through pregnancy gym workout by fiance Adam Collard as TNT Sports host says ‘fighting for my life’

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      LAURA WOODS was put through the ringer in a pregnancy gym session by partner Adam Collard.The TNT Sports presenter recently revealed her growing baby bump after announcing she was expecting with their first child back in July.Laura Woods did a gym session overseen by fiancé Adam CollardCredit: Instagram @adamcollardWoods was briefly joined by Collard’s ‘favourite client’ Lulu the dogCredit: Instagram @adamcollardThe session involved stretches with bandsCredit: Instagram @adamcollardCollard said he was ‘super proud’ of the TNT Sports hostCredit: Instagram @adamcollardAnd in the latest update, she has been spotted hitting the gym as she visited a fitness studio on Monday.Taking to Instagram, ex-Love Island star Collard shared a video of him coaching his fiancé through a workout routine.The session involved stretching, cycling and weights routines, as well as a surprise visit from dog Lulu.Captioning his post, Collard said: “I may be biased but I think I’ve got a favourite client.. Lulu. Wait until @laurawoodsy sees this.READ MORE ON LAURA WOODS”Pregnancy training!.. The gym can be bloody scary, but times that by 10 if you’re pregnant!”Now, I’m super proud of this girl for getting amongst it and still doing some moving a few times per week with me. “But, most of you lot probably don’t have a fella with two gyms to choose from (lucky her).”Reacting under the video, Woods said: “Just me, fighting for my life.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCollard shared his top three tips for those looking to keep fit while pregnant. He said: “One) Start Slow and be cautious of over exertion. Laura Woods and Love Island boyfriend Adam Collard announce they are expecting a baby in adorable post”Ask yourself a question of how hard am I working? “Perhaps use an RPE (Effort) scale of no more than 8/10 effort on all things whether it be your weights or your cardio output.”Two) Get a Plan from a professional.”Some exercises are out of bounds during pregnancy, or at least become that after 2nd and 3rd trimester. “So do your homework, or get a professional to create you a programme or take you through a few sessions.”Three) Don’t beat yourself up.How Laura Woods tamed Love Island bad boy Adam CollardHE was one of Love Island’s most notorious bad boys – but one woman seems to have changed all that.Personal trainer Adam Collard, 28, has been dating Euro 2024 presenter Laura Woods, 36, since 2023.The former loverat has called her “The One,” spent Christmas with her – the first time he’s done so with a girlfriend since he was 21 – and kept their relationship relatively out of the limelight, seemingly on Laura’s wishes.It’s a far cry from the man who admits himself he’s been “ruthless” in the past, claims to have had 25 girlfriends, and spent many years partying and juggling flings with girls including Zara McDermott and Lottie Moss.Relationship expert Jo Hemmings says: “He’s now 28, he’s a professional with a job, and I think he just went off the whole idea of ever realistically meeting somebody on a TV show.“He’s now met somebody who is also a professional, and is only on TV as a byproduct of what she does in sport.“He’s got himself in a comfortable place. Financially, he’s older, he’s more mature, he’s more settled.“He once played into this roguish character that people saw him as, and became a parody of himself. But look who’s laughing now.“He’s got a fabulous girlfriend, they’re in a long term relationship, he’s well off, he’s still in the public eye, and he’s getting on with his life in the way that I think he always wanted.”Read the full article here”Some days may be 10 minutes, some days may be an hour. Some you may want to hit the gym, some days you may want to stretch at home or walk. “Listen to your body, and the little one inside you. “They have a good way of telling you when to move, and when to rest.”Any movement is a win, I’d say 2-3 short, lower intensity sessions than pre-pregnancy is always a good routine for most (but this does differ in each individual based on your pre-pregnancy fitness levels).”Woods managed to keep her pregnancy a secret throughout the entirety of Euro 2024, before making the announcement before she jetted to Paris to cover the Olympics.And in even more exciting news, Woods and Collard announced they were engaged in September.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe happy couple started dating last year and the reality TV personality got down on one knee on the beach in Cornwall to pop the big question.Woods then showed off her dazzling ring on live TV while presenting TNT’s Champions League coverage.Woods said she was ‘fighting’ for her life during the workoutCredit: Instagram @adamcollardShe was also seen lifting weightsCredit: Instagram @adamcollardWoods showed off her baby bumpCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyEx-Love Island star Collard and Woods announced they were engaged in SeptemberCredit: Instagram More

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      Tyson Fury’s coach and legendary boxing mentor who helped turn him into world champion dies aged 85

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      THE BOXING coach who helped turn Tyson Fury into “The Facebreaker” has died.Dave Stacey, who has died aged 85, was the first coach to teach young Fury boxing at Torbay Amateur Boxing Club, in Devon.The coach helped train Tyson Fury when he was youngerCredit: GettyThe veteran was credited with helping the future champion pick-up the fundamentals during long stints when he stayed with family in the South West.It helped cement the talent that saw him nicknamed “The Facebreaker” after he shattered an opponent’s jaw and eye socket as an amateur.Mike Reardon, the club’s chairman, said Mr Stacey had been the heavyweight’s first coach.He said: “Tyson would have taken part in group sessions for beginners where they learn the basics like stance and how to punch.Read more sport“We have a lot of boys and girls coming and going at the gym and it’s impossible to remember them all, but I think Dave always remembered Tyson because of his size. He was tall for a lad his age.”Fury has said that after his parents separated he spent a lot of time with an auntie and uncle in Torquay.He said in an early interview: “They helped me learn how to read and write. I went swimming and surfing. The first gym I went to was in Torquay.“My dad would hold up his hands and say “one two,” but that was all. He never said he wanted me to box or took me to the gym. Most read in Boxing”He didn’t even know when I first started going to the gym.”The gym where Fury trained was at a former church and Stacey was the head coach there.Fury went on to join Jimmy Egans’s Amateur Boxing Club in Manchester and had his first amateur bout for them when he was 16 years old, in March, 2005.There was a riot after his second amateur bout in Hinckley, Leicestershire, two months later.Dave’s daughter Nicole led tributes, saying: “First and foremost, he was a real family man and was always very proud to tell other people that he felt like the luckiest man in the world to be a husband and father and we really felt that love.”He was a very loyal person and would do absolutely anything for us. People would always describe him as a real character and he was unashamedly himself.“He had the ability to talk to anyone and put them at ease.”If there was a setback of any kind he wouldn’t dwell on it, he would tell people how he felt, pick himself up and take the challenge on. I suppose that’s the boxing mentality and focus.”READ MORE SUN STORIESPaying tribute, a Facebook post from Torbay Boxing Club added: “Torbay ABC are extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Dave Stacey, a highly regarded coach for the club.”RIP Dave you were a true legend.”Dave Stacey pictured alongside Tyson FuryFury trained at Torbay Boxing Club after spending a lot of time with an auntie and uncle in Torquay.Credit: Getty More